I walked in thinking this was another average martial arts school, but when I entered kids where…read moredoing kicks and flips and kicking and flipping together; it was amazing!!! I have never seen children with more talent anywhere else. I rate this place a five star because the dedication the masters have and as well as the students. Everyone is focused and disciplined. Top five martial places Ive ever seen!!!

This is the BEST TKD training center! All of the instructors are fully kukkiwon certified and…read moreexcellent! You cannot find a better place for your children and yourself to learn REAL TaeKwonDo! There is a genuine family atmosphere here!

My son goes here and loves it. The facility is clean and top notch. The coaches are kind yet have…read morehigh expectations. It's real close by and also very affordable. Can't say enough good about this place!

I'm a student at this academy, where I've been training for about nine years. If you're ready to…read moremake a life-changing decision, this is the place to be. Our martial arts program teaches more than just self-defense; it's also a key part of a fitness journey. For me, this academy has provided focus, discipline, and lifelong friendships.

I've been at this dojo a few months, shy of a year. I've had to take time off here and there due to…read morevarious personal injuries. This place is amazing. As an adult, it is very hard to find high crowd karate training in the United States. Many dojos are geared heavily towards children as their target market and this leads to a sort of watering down of the material. Not here. This place teaches traditional Okinawan Goju. It does not teach anything else which is another rarity among American dojo. There's no arnise there's no BJJ. They don't even really do Kobudo on occasionally using the bow. It's just karate the way they teach it in Okinawa. It passes a very simple test if you Google Morio Higaonno Goju, you will find several documentaries on this dojo's Okinawan counterpart. You will see we use the same equipment and techniques and Dojo as the Okinawan dojo does. You get the same exact experience you would get over there except you don't have to learn Japanese with an Okinawan dialect. Sensei Crespo's loyalty to the traditions of this ancient art is truly commendable. It's also a great deal economically. Training of similar quality can easily run you over $150 in another dojo. This place is just 80 a month. They run a three month special where you also get a uniform. The workout can be up to two hours long. You start off with the kids classes to warm up and then you do more advanced contact heavy exercises in the adult class. They meet three days a week. I've tried a lot of of dojo's in the area and there really isn't a better deal than that. The adult class is very small and within very little time you will know everyone there. It's a very welcoming family like atmosphere. After a few months, I can honestly say I feel at home here. Going here is often the highlight of my week. At first, it may seem difficult. Many of our stances utilize muscle groups that the average person does not exercise, but if you stick with it, you will get stronger you will lose weight and you will learn how to move. You will also learn one of the oldest and most respected forms of karate in the world. So whether you want to learn self-defense, lose weight or find an activity for your kids that will allow them to learn about another culture and burn off energy this is the place to be. The only thing missing is YOU.

I have trained with Sensei Crespo for almost two decades now and I can say with full confidence…read morethat Sensei Crespo is one of the most dedicated practitioners I have ever meant. Every class he encourages his students to give it their all and to strive to improve every day. I owe it to Sensei and my fellow students for shaping me into who I am today. I am proud to be a part of this dojo and look forward to many more years of training.

Mackenzie's Martial Arts has been incredible for our children. When they first started attending…read morealmost 3 years ago, they were all going through some major things in their lives and their involvement at this karate school really helped them get through it. They have grown not only in their Taekwondo skills, but also in their confidence, social/speaking skills, and overall fitness. My husband now attends the adult classes as well. Grandmaster MacKenzie has truly cultivated something so special here both in class and in the community it offers. Both he and the instructors are passionate about what they teach and train their students to be the best they can be in all aspects of their lives. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Specializing in martial arts lesson, kickboxing and self defense programs for all ages (age 3 -93)…read more In addition to traditional martial arts training, MacKenzie's also features kickboxing, and an award-winning "Leadership" development program for all ages. Serving local families since 1983, MacKenzie's has been rated #1 by both kids and parents for nearly 30 years. Offering classes in Karate, Kickboxing, and Self defense for women and children.

I've been studying Tae Kwon Do here for over a year now, and it's high time I wrote a review!…read more I've always been a very slow, awkward, unathletic person. I can't dance, and I'm all thumbs and right feet. If this is you too, I guarantee karate will do you wonders. (Thanks too to Josephine M @Traineo for inspiring me over two years to get into Martial Arts!) I found Bobby Leach's Olympic Karate through my son, who attended an amazing birthday party in kindergarden here. Bobby Leach, his wife Andrea, and their instructors were very good with the children and I was highly impressed. It took me two years to get back in and sign up for a free month of karate though. (Shame on me!) I was only going to sign my son up initially, but decided at the last minute that I may as well try a free month too and keep him company. The first thing I really appreciated was the honest enthusiasm. There was no high pressure sales - they let the free month speak for itself! I've been to gyms where the salesperson fakes it for the 30 minutes it takes to get you to sign a contract, but how can you fake it for a full four weeks? The positive atmosphere, encouragement, enthusiasm, camaraderie, and friendly competitiveness are real. The other major selling point was: No contract! You pay each month and can cancel any time - no signup fees, no other expense other than the uniform and belt. The rates are extremely competitive - I paid $100 for my son, and $80 for myself (discounted rates for multiple students). Best of all was the positive and nurturing atmosphere that the instructors and senior students provided. Mr. Bob, Andrea, and the other instructors are really top notch not just in teaching you the basics, but making you feel good about yourself and making you WANT to give it your all. Senior students like Ms. Susan, Ms. Meredith, Ms. Jackie, and many others also constantly pitch in to help fellow students with forms and tips and keep morale and energy high all throughout.

I attended this school as a child, and now 20+ years later, I am happy to say that I am back at the…read moreschool with my own daughter! Great place for families, as the name implies. Did not appreciate Bobby's gift with connecting with children, until I had my own. Also, as a female, I am equally proud that this school has some pretty bad ass women like Meredith and Dee helping run the show - whether it's teaching karate or kickboxing!!!

great gym, good technical instruction easy to follow drills. Great for beginners or experienced…read morefighters

As a first impression while walking into the building I thought this place was pretty small, the…read moreinterior was not new, and the air reeked of BO. I wish it was better ventilated. But the teachings itself was great. The kickboxing class and jiu jitsu class only had a handful of students on your average weekday. I learned a lot in those two hours and have a whole new appreciation for those who practice this sport. My neck was so sore the next day. Special thanks to the guy that was my kick boxing partner and the guy that slammed me to the floor and put me in that neck submission for bjj.... all really eye opening. Everyone was nice and welcoming. If you do decide to join, they have the 3, 6, 12 month options. You'll be paying the most if you go with three months, about $180 per month. Plus the initiation fee which is pricey. This is also Not factoring additional equipments you may need. If you're financially able to, I think it's worth the investment if you're looking for a new hobby or looking to try something new.

Aikido Agatsu Dojos is the place to go! Great instructors, students, curriculum. They have been…read moreteaching here since 1976 - this is an established dojo (school). I could tell you lots of great things, but the best thing you can do is to call, visit and observe, and see for yourself. I will mention that there are students of all ages (from 8 years old through their 70s), and classes are offered at all levels, so throughout your training, you will be in classes appropriate to your level.

Since joining Aikido Agatsu Dojos in 2008, I've gained a sense of security in learning how to…read moredefend myself safely and how to be safe while traveling alone, which I do a lot. Crane Sensei and their staff instill and reinforce self-discipline, healthy living and respect for others. Aikido also teaches victory over yourself. Victories such as overcoming fear of test taking, fear of not being good at the techniques right away and learning that the journey is more important than your next belt level. They also teach anti-bullying, campus safety and a plethora of other life skills. Senior level students and beginners all work together very well. I recommend Aikido programs to all ages!

I've been training here for a little bit over a month and I love it, everyone from the instructors…read moreto the students are very kind and polite, it's a very positive atmosphere, the facility is clean, and I enjoy every second that I'm on the mat.. I'm happy I joined!

If I could leave 10 stars I would. This a perfect BJJ school if you are new or someone that has…read morebeen training for a while and wants to get to the next level. Everyone is friendly, competitive, and respectful. Daniel Tavares truly cares about his students and their success in learning Jiu Jitsu at the highest level. He is a hands on teacher that rolls with all of his students to make them the best they can be. I would recommend this school to everyone.

Collingswood location: Really enjoy sending my kids here. It's a clean space with high level…read moretutelage. I started attending the adult class as well it's that good.

Could it be true? 5 stars? No question about it! I have been attending Professor McHugh's classes…read morefor 2 months now and am still incredibly impressed every time I walk in for a class and when I leave after the class is finished. I even took a buddy of mine to a class, who attends a different gym, to check out how amazing the environment and instruction is with this location. He couldn't stop talking about how technical the instruction was and how great the team members were. This school is part of a network with some of the best gyms in the State of New Jersey. Professor McHugh, Coach Tony, Coach Pete, and Coach John are all extremely well versed in BJJ and have a true gift for teaching the technical side of BJJ. Positions and submissions are broken down to the basic elements with steps to ensure understanding prior to moving on to more complex technique. This gym offers a beginner class with Fundamentals and then continues with intermediate and advanced Gi classes. No-gi is available as well, but Gi is the majority of instruction. It is a true honor and pleasure to be a part of such and amazing gym and learning environment. I have made some great friends here and look forward to continue that in the future. CALL today to find out more or visit online.

I was a member at the Audubon location for a little less than a year and I did not have a great…read moreexperience, so I left. Today, I decided to try out the Voorhees location mainly due to the indoor track. I am training for a race and I don't like to run on treadmills or in poor weather. The "indoor track" has 2 narrow lanes for jogging and walking, yet most of the members seemed oblivious to this and I was dodging people who were not aware of their surroundings for most of the run. The track circles their cardio equipment, therefore you're just passing people staring at you run. I quickly realized the indoor track was not what I was looking for. But, I already knew I wouldn't sign up for the gym even before seeing the indoor track due to a comment the member specialist said while giving me a tour. As he is pointing out the equipment, he says "here is the incline chest press, but women don't need to use this unless they are body building." I'm sorry, sir, but as a 60 something year old man who opted to take the elevator instead of the stairs due to physical issues... how the hell do YOU know what women need? Are you a woman? Are you a trainer? Are you ME? No... that comment was unnecessary and I won't be back. Two stars because they do have top of the line equipment, as well as good amenities (sauna, pool). It was crowded, but it was also a Sunday.

Richard is the best spin instructor in South Jersey. Great cardio workout and he keeps variety in…read morehis programs.